2nd Shift - Mold Technician (40676)

Young Innovations•Grafton, WI

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Microbrush® International develops, manufactures, and markets innovative disposable dental products focused on restorative dental procedures. Our products are designed to enhance everyday procedures and provide Convenient. Consistent. Control. ™ Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Mold Technician will be responsible for maintaining the control of processes in injection molding. Will provide support to the execution of the production schedule including everything from component changes, setups and startups.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Minimum 4 years of practical, hands on experience with injection machine processing, mold setting, and secondary equipment operation; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Strong mechanical aptitude
Motivated, goal-driven, with a dedication to constant improvement
Previous experience working in a fast-paced, multi-level, project based environment with emphasis on timelines and cost
Ability to read measuring devices, i.e. micrometer, calipers, etc.
Must be able to read and interpret blue prints
Must be able to use a personal computer
Ability to sit, stand, and walk on a varying basis throughout work schedule.
Able to carry and/or lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Plastic Injection Molding is preferred
Experience with and knowledge of Fanuc controls and/or Motoman robotic training highly preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Directing and monitoring the execution of the production schedule as well as performing mold and/or material changes as dictated by the schedule
Performing process troubleshooting, part inspections and various other functions to ensure part conformity and quality
Verifying paperwork for jobs and completion of inspections at startup of jobs and in process inspections
Monitoring and preparing support equipment as needed in the production area
Ensure injection molding machines and connected automated systems are set to regulation parameters, quality standards, and meet all production goals
Read blueprints and measure product with calipers
Design, form, clean, smooth, and position molds and cores
Troubleshoot molding machines and equipment
Other duties may be assigned as required
Continues to update job knowledge through cross-training as requested.
Performs related duties as required.